Department for Food and Agriculture (DeFRA)
DeFRA is the government department responsible for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs representing the interests of farmers and the countryside; the environment and the rural economy; the food we eat, the air we breathe and the water we drink.
Defra’s aim is sustainable development - defined as:
‘development which enables all people throughout the world to satisfy their basic needs and enjoy a better quality of life without compromising the quality of life of future generations.’
It is DeFRA who is responsible for the Fisheries Policy, The Marine Environment Policy and the number of consultations we are now seeing regarding the fishing industries. We strongly urge you to keep up to date with all these documents by using the links below.
The Marine Environment and Fisheries –
Here you have access to The Marine and Fisheries Business Plan 2006/7, The Marine Environment Policy and the Fisheries Policy and many other policies affecting your livelihood just click on the link below.
www.defra.gov.uk/marine/index.htm
Consultations
Below you will find a link to DeFRA’s list of current consultations, these are things that will affect the way you go about your daily business directly – the only way you can have your say is to read them, and send your comments to us – we can then ensure your thoughts and feelings are represented at the highest levels.
www.defra.gov.uk/fish/consult/index.htm
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